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Recent Examples of tween
Another truth that parents realize when their kids hit the ‘tween years is that conversation flows better when there is a distraction, especially one that allows talking without constant eye contact.
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The company then launched the Franki by Francesca’s line, a brand designed specifically for tween girls, that operated both within Francesca’s stores and as standalone boutiques, in hopes of appealing to younger consumers.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
But more importantly, West is figuring out her style as any tween would and should—and in front of the entire world, no less.
—Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 14 Jan. 2026
Claire's, the mall chain known for its teen and tween accessories, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August and has moved to shutter hundreds of stores.
—Aaron Gregg, Arkansas Online, 29 Dec. 2025
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The company then launched the Franki by Francesca’s line, a brand designed specifically for tween girls, that operated both within Francesca’s stores and as standalone boutiques, in hopes of appealing to younger consumers.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
But more importantly, West is figuring out her style as any tween would and should—and in front of the entire world, no less.
—Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 14 Jan. 2026
Claire's, the mall chain known for its teen and tween accessories, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August and has moved to shutter hundreds of stores.
—Aaron Gregg, Arkansas Online, 29 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tween
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As the game entered stoppage time, the algorithm was on course for a rare correct scoreline, but then Wolves teenager Tom Edozie struck and Arsenal substitute Riccardo Calafiori could only divert the ball into the net, blowing the title race wide open.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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In the 2010s, the Daily Mail published an archive photo Giuffre took with Andrew and his longtime associate, British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, as a teenager.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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The kids couldn’t receive direct messages from non-followers and algorithms would be adjusted so they couldn’t be targeted by specific advertisements.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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School nutrition staff and vendors use the event to test new recipes and get feedback from the very kids who will be eating them.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Unfolding in 1870s Oxford and venturing abroad, the series will expose the early antics of the anarchic adolescent who is yet to evolve into Baker Street’s most renowned resident.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
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People who support keeping gender-affirming surgery available to adolescents often point to the high rates of cisgender young people who receive analogous surgeries like breast reductions.—
Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
3 Feb. 2026
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Featuring a slide, oversized graphics and places for the coat and shoes of youngsters, the glassed-in two-level play space at Brown’s restaurant will be among the largest of Chick-fil-A restaurants in the Indianapolis area.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Giants’ 3-4-5 in the rotation is Mahle, Houser, and a youngster — probably Landen Roupp.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Investigators said a majority of the juveniles were victimized over social media, including TikTok and Snapchat.—
Brittany Kubicko,
NBC news,
20 Feb. 2026
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Bringing juveniles back into Mecklenburg County keeps young people closer to their families, support systems, and community resources, which matters for both accountability and rehabilitation.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
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Flesh wounds, fetid moppets, breastmilk-leaking nipples, and sudden gushes of blood make for a Monty Python-style of ribald humor that will alienate and enchant in equal measure.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
25 Jan. 2026
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With Pixar-wide eyes and a mop of intricately tousled, treacle-brown hair, the young David (voiced by Brandon Engman) presents here as a plucky, intrepid moppet in the typical cartoon-hero mold.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2025
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For some people, a fish is a great family pet that brings all the joy and happiness your kiddo needs.—
Angela Hatem,
Parents,
10 Feb. 2026
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Otherwise, this is a pretty much a turnkey cargo e-bike that buyers can equip for a wide variety of duties, from delivery chores to hauling kiddos to school and back.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The tropical sea, which is the size of three Olympic pools and sits under a clear roof to let in the sunshine, boasts water playgrounds and a kiddie area.—
Gwen McClure,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Jan. 2026
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And what does the actual A.J. think of being the star of her dad’s kiddie enterprise?—
Craig Lindsey,
Houston Chronicle,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Tween.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tween. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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